Lead Applications Development Engineer

Citigroup Inc.; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Broad technology stack exposure

Senior-level ownership

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Lead Applications Development Engineer to drive design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade software within a high-performing team. You will shape architecture, mentor talent, and lead cross-functional delivery that supports Citi's technology and business goals.

Responsibilities include directing end-to-end system design, enforcing coding standards, and delivering scalable solutions across Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Python, and cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• 6 to 10 years of hands-on experience in applications development or systems analysis.
• Deep expertise in at least one core area of applications development, with authority to guide the team.
• Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Python, or Cloud platforms for enterprise design.
• Proven ability to lead and deliver technology projects from inception through implementation.
• Strong systems analysis skills translating complex requirements into scalable solutions.
• Clear, precise communication to engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting delivery timelines.

Responsibilities

• Design and build applications using Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Python, and Cloud technologies.
• Lead end-to-end analysis across complex domains to support new products and improvements.
• Develop and enforce engineering standards across the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with multiple technology and business teams to meet shared goals.
• Solve high-impact technical problems by evaluating system processes and workflows.
• Coach mid-level developers and analysts, guiding their growth.
• Evaluate decisions with a risk-aware lens for regulatory and ethical compliance.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Angular

Python

Cloud platforms

Leadership

Systems analysis

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AI/ML frameworks

Microservices

Cloud-native design patterns

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Citi is looking for a Lead Applications Development Engineer in Consumer Operations Technology to drive the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade software systems within a high-performing technology team. In this senior role, you will shape application architecture, mentor engineering talent, and lead cross-functional delivery efforts that directly support Citi's technology and business goals. This is an opportunity to own complex technical challenges at scale and make a measurable impact across global technology operations.

Responsibilities

• Design and build application systems using Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Python, and Cloud technologies, ensuring solutions align to established architecture standards.
• Lead end-to-end systems analysis across complex business and technology domains, identifying enhancements that enable new products and process improvements.
• Develop and enforce engineering standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation across the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with multiple technology and business teams to integrate functions effectively and deliver against shared goals.
• Solve high-impact technical problems by evaluating complex system processes, business workflows, and industry practices to deliver innovative solutions.
• Coach and guide mid-level developers and analysts, distributing work appropriately and supporting their technical growth.
• Evaluate technology and business decisions through a risk-aware lens, ensuring solutions meet regulatory, compliance, and ethical standards.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 6 to 10 years of hands-on experience in applications development or systems analysis, with a track record of delivering production-grade software.
• Deep expertise in at least one core area of applications development, with the ability to act as a subject matter authority for the team.
• Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Python, or Cloud platforms, applied in the context of enterprise system design and delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver technology projects from inception through implementation.
• Strong systems analysis skills, with experience translating complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Clear and precise communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts effectively to both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and delivery timelines.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks or integrating machine learning capabilities into enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and cloud-native design patterns.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

What We Offer

At Citi, senior engineers work at the intersection of technology and global financial services, with access to complex systems, collaborative teams, and meaningful career opportunities. Joining this team means taking on real ownership, working alongside skilled professionals, and building solutions that operate at a scale few organisations can offer.

• Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility while maintaining strong team connection.
• Exposure to a broad and modern technology stack including Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Python, Cloud, and AI/ML in a live enterprise environment.
• Senior-level ownership of engineering decisions, architecture, and delivery outcomes that have direct business impact.
• Access to structured learning and development programmes to deepen technical expertise and grow leadership capability.

Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Applications Development

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

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Other Relevant Skills

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